CENTENNIAL NEWS

Respectful Conversation: November 5th, 6:00-8:30pm, Roseville Campus Fellowship Hall. Join us for a meal and conversation regarding “Consolidating to One Location: How We Got Here”. Dinner & Childcare will be available. Registration and more information on what to expect can be found on our website on the Our Future Together page.

Charge Conference: Saturday Nov 8th 1:00pm at Path of Grace UMC in Maplewood. All Centennial UMC members have voice, Leadership Board members have voice & vote.

PEP Talk - Financial Planning for Higher Education: Sunday November 9th, 2:00-3:30pm, Presbyterian Church of the Way. The Parent Education Program, also known as PEP, is hosting a Pep talk with a Financial Advisor & a college admissions specialist about financial planning for higher education. More information and RSVP is linked here.

Find Peace Along Caregiving Journey: Saturday, November 8th, 10:00-11:30am, Lyngblomsten at Lino Lakes. In honor of National Family Caregivers Month in November, Lyngblomsten Community Services invites you to meet Minnesota author and family caregiver Linda Knebel Purden. Join Linda and the Community Services team and experience how her words can help caregivers unbury their own truths and find beauty in painful times. To learn more information or to register, visit www.Lyngblomsten.org/FindingPeace.

55+ Defensive Driving Class in St. Anthony Park: Thursday, November 6th, 12:30-4:30pm, SAP Sanctuary. Join us for a FREE defensive driving course tailored for those who are 55 or older. This 4-hour course is taught by a National Safety Council certified instructor, Tim Walstrom. Those who complete the course may be able to receive an auto insurance discount. Call our office at 651-642-9052 or email sc@sapaseniors.org to sign up or for more information.

Emma Norton Grocery Gift Cards Amidst Government Shutdown: Last week Ramsey County confirmed that November SNAP benefits will be impacted. Emma Norton is seeking donations of grocery gift cards to distribute to their clients at the start of November, specifically $25-$50 gift cards for Target, Walmart, Aldi, and Cub Foods. Gift cards can me dropped off or mailed to Restoring Waters, 2265 Hillcrest Ave, St. Paul, MN 55116.

55+ Defensive Driving Class in Roseville: Monday, November 17th, 12:00pm-4:00pm, Roseville Campus Fellowship hall. To register call 320-308-1400 or 888-234-1294 or visit their website, www.DriverDisctountProgram.com

Coffee Hour Volunteers: Volunteers are needed for the Sunday Coffee Hour at the Roseville Campus. [CLICK HERE] for easy online sign-up . If the link is not for you, please sign up on the paper form at the Roseville sign-up center or email Dodie |  dodiewoodis@gmail.com with the Sunday(s) you are available.

Want to get involved? Contact: Randy Oelschlager rjjdo123@comcast.net

Connectivity: Sunday’s, 10:30am, Roseville Campus Asbury 1 Room. We will continue discussing the recent book of Elaine Pagels, Miracles and Wonder, The Historical Mystery of Jesus. Contact Marilyn & Max Delong | mdelong@umn.edu.

Childcare for Respectful Conversations: Wednesday, November 5th, 6:00pm-8:30pm, Roseville Campus Linden Lounge. We want everyone to be able to participate at our Respectful Conversations Event on November 5th, so we are offering childcare for kids of all ages. We will be having crafts, activities, pizza, and a movie! Contact Pastor Lauren Rheingans | lrheingans@centennialumc.org if you have any questions.

Bible Study at St. Anthony Park:
Sundays 9:30am before worship, in the fellowship hall downstairs. | St. Anthony Park campus |  Questions contact Alan O'Donnell, arodonnell@hotmail.com.
Bible Study at Roseville Campus: 
Wednesdays, 6:00pm, Asbury 1. Questions contact Mark Meyer m1meyer@protonmail.com 

Recycle Batteries Event: Did you know you shouldn’t throw out batteries because it’s unsafe for you and the environment? In collaboration with the St. Anthony Park Preschool we are hosting a battery recycling drive! On Sunday’s October 26th & November 2nd bring your used batteries that we will safely recycle. We are only taking small batteries (Disc Batteries, A, B, C, & D, batteries). If you have questions on if you can bring a certain battery please contact Steve Rohde | srhode@centennialumc.org.

Disability & Faith: Saturday, November 8th, 2:00-3:00pm, Hennepin Avenue UMC. This event is hosted by Disability Action Network with, moderated by Rev. Dr. Josh Steward, Disability Advisor of the UMC Bishops’ Wisdom Panel. Come listen to the life experiences of four people with different disabilities and faith backgrounds. This is an opportunity to learn from people with disabilities rather than just learning about them. An online option is available HERE.

Worship at Roseville Campus is at 9:00am  |  Worship at St. Anthony Park is at 10:30am
Preaching This Week: Rev. Rachel Morey
Preaching Next Week: Pastor Jen Anderson

Upcoming Sermon Series - A Season of Gratitude: November 9th-23rd. As we move through this season of Thanksgiving, we’ll turn our hearts toward gratitude - not just as a feeling, but as a way of life. Each week we’ll explore how thankfulness deepens our relationship with God, with one another, and with ourselves.

Star Words: As the Magi were led to Jesus by the guidance of a star, Star Words are spiritual focus words often distributed to congregations on Epiphany Sunday. These words are intended to inspire reflection, growth, and discernment throughout the year. [SIGN UP HERE] to receive prompts weekly for the year of 2025. If you did not receive a star word on January 5th and would like one email Pastor Jen | janderson@centennialumc.org  
or Pastor Whitney | wsheridan@centennialumc.org

Welcome our New Congregational Care Facilitator, Bitrus!: We are excited to announce that Bitrus Bamai joined the CUMC staff on Sunday October 12th. Bitrus can be reached at bbamai@centennialumc.org or 612-814-2421

Food Collection for Ralph Reeder: The ongoing government shutdown has created financial strain for many, especially those who rely on SNAP. To support our neighbors, we are collecting essential items for the Ralph Reeder Food Shelf through the duration of the shutdown. A list of items that are most needed can be found on our website. Donations can be dropped off inside the main entrance at both locations. You can also give financial gifts by writing a Check to Centennial UMC and designating Ralph Reeder in the memo and we will distribute it to them.

5th Sunday Service Project - Making College Care Cards: Sunday, November 30th. We have connections with the University of Minnesota and Hamline University student ministries, and we want to include your college students as well! If you have a college student in your life, please send their name and college mailing address to Annika at amcclintock@centennialumc.org by Wednesday Nov. 26.

Download the Centennial App!: A new way to connect with groups, find events, watch past worship services, and give all in once place. Look up Centennial UMC in the apple or android app store! [CLICK HERE]